Manvir Mahal
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Looking for LPN position with the intent to pursue a part-time or full-time. Well-qualified medical professional with experience admitting patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in long-term care and sub-acute rehab environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care/Admissions Float LPN
Cottonwoods Care Centre
07.2021 - Current
- Job Role primarily consists of Wound Care and Admissions on the unit alongside being a float nurse and redeployed elsewhere on the floor as needed. Daily number of admissions varied from 3-5 patients per day.
- Daily job duties include Wound Care/Dressing changes of various complexities for whole unit which at full capacity can hold 60 patients, Ostomy Care as needed, creating and implementing Plan of Care for patients
- Admissions on the unit and doing the necessary paperwork and charting for said admission, providing medications that are scheduled and PRN, assistance with ADLs and toileting for patients.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN such as VAC therapy and wound care courses within IH.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately verifying MARs on admissions from KGH and communicating pharmacy/relevant parties
Student Nurse
Peter Lougheed Centre Unit 58 Vascular Surgery
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Took initiative to do skills and patient care
- Initiated assessments and vitals
- Handled Oral-Maxilla patients with Lefort-I
- O2 handling
- Full IV set-up and take down
- Blood thinners such as tinzaparin and warfarin administered
- Knowledge of PCA pumps
- Handled full patient load independently and performed to full scope of practice in Alberta
- Handled admissions and discharges.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
Student Nurse
Foothills Medical Centre Unit 32 Med-Surg
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Administered medications in timely and efficient manner, Performed basic assessments on patients.
- Handled IV medications, Subcutaneous injections, IV initiation and in and out catheters.
- Sliding scale insulin injections.
- Neuro vitals assessment on patients.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Student Nurse
McKenzie Towne Long Term Care Centre
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Took care of residents and administer various kinds of medications to them.
- Helped with personal care for residents and assisted with dressing them, feeding and other ADLs.
- Head to toe assessments on residents.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to long-term residents.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities while preserving dignity and respecting individual preferences.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Columbia College Calgary
Calgary, Alberta04.2020
High School Diploma -
Lester B. Pearson Senior High School
Calgary, Alberta06.2016
Skills
- Experience with Oral-Maxilla patients on Unit 58 at Peter Lougheed Center in Calgary, AB
- Experience with Wound Cleaning & Dressing Change, Ostomy Care, Skin Care, IV initiation, maintaining and removing, Intramuscular and Subcutaneous injections, Oral Medications, Withdrawing Medication from vials Catheters, NG tube feeds, Blood glucose checks and insulin administration, followed Sliding Scales for Insulin, Patient admission and discharge and handled post-Op care
- Bilingual - Can speak Punjabi and English fluently
- Able to work efficiently and in a timely manner
- Proficient in Time Management skills and prioritizing care by level of acuity
- Able to give and receive shift reports to full level of detail
Vital signs monitoring
Medical Documentation
Geriatric Nursing
Wound Care
Direct Patient Care
Vital signs
Patient Assessments
Medication Dispensing
Physical Assessment
Patient Care
Gap Period
04/2020 - 07/2021, Upon graduation, I applied for CPRNE-only permit which is non-practice permit with CLPNA. Took CPNRE in February 2021, I was successfully able to pass the exam. I found out my results in April 2021.
References
References available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Play basketball recreationally.
- Hike occasionally with friends.
- Spending time relaxing by watching movies or playing video games with friends.
- Travel various destinations of my time off.
- Fitness 2-3 times a week.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Wound Care/Admissions Float LPN
Cottonwoods Care Centre
07.2021 - Current
Student Nurse
Peter Lougheed Centre Unit 58 Vascular Surgery
02.2020 - 04.2020
Student Nurse
Foothills Medical Centre Unit 32 Med-Surg
11.2019 - 02.2020
Student Nurse
McKenzie Towne Long Term Care Centre
06.2019 - 08.2019
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Columbia College Calgary
High School Diploma -
Lester B. Pearson Senior High School
Similar Profiles
Shivam JhanjiShivam Jhanji
Dental Hygienist at Smile Care Dental Centre and Vimy Dental Care centreDental Hygienist at Smile Care Dental Centre and Vimy Dental Care centre
Nicky LewisNicky Lewis
Senior Office Administration/Payroll Officer at Bangalay Child Care & Educational Centre/ Pilot Child Care ManagementSenior Office Administration/Payroll Officer at Bangalay Child Care & Educational Centre/ Pilot Child Care Management
Shannon FiddlerShannon Fiddler
Healthcare Assistant at Provita Care (Gemstone Care Centre)Healthcare Assistant at Provita Care (Gemstone Care Centre)
EDWARD HARTEDWARD HART
Commercial Transport Technician at R.James Wester StarCommercial Transport Technician at R.James Wester Star
Seth WillmsSeth Willms
Team Leader Manager at 1800GOTJUNKTeam Leader Manager at 1800GOTJUNK